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Oct 2024
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Ep62 - French Slang 101 - Mastering Con

CAROLINE
About this episode

Welcome back to another episode of the French Blabla podcast!

In the last episode, we tackled two iconic French swear words—or as I prefer, the P-word and M-word. I find them a bit too bold for my taste, and maybe you do too. So, let's stick to the P-word and M-word to keep the air light.

If you missed that episode, it's definitely worth a listen as it sets the stage perfectly for today's topic. Click here to listen.

Today, we're diving deeper into the realm of curse words in French, focusing on another essential word that, surprisingly, doesn't get as much attention as it deserves.

This word is frequently used in daily conversations across France, yet it seems to fly under the radar in language learning materials. Let's shine a spotlight on it and explore how it can be used in casual settings without any fuss.

And before we dive in, a quick shout out to our sponsor, Lingopie. I'll give you more details about their services later in the episode, so stay tuned!

Alright, let's get started with today's exploration of curse words in French!

 

In this Episode

  • Exploring a Lesser-Known Swear Word: We'll break down a lesser-known but widely used swear word in French, discussing its meanings and the appropriate contexts for its use.
  • Cultural Insights and Acceptability: Understand the cultural nuances that influence how these curse words in French are perceived and used.
  • Practical Examples and Phrases: I'll provide examples and common phrases incorporating today's featured curse words in French, helping you to understand their use in everyday conversation.

Join me as we decode the subtleties of these expressions, ensuring you can speak casually without crossing any lines.

Remember, understanding the context in which these words are used can greatly enhance your fluency and help you blend in with native speakers.

 

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